Peanut Butter, Banana Smoothie Popsicles with Chocolate Chips

by Meri on July 22, 2014

We’ve been on a frozen treat kick around here experimenting with frozen yogurt pops with fresh fruit. As we were enjoying our last creation, Frozen Yogurt Popsicles with Berries, Poppie suggested we try Peanut Butter Smoothie pops. Then she turned with excitement in her eyes and exclaimed, “I have a great idea!!! We could add chocolate chips to it!” That is truly a good idea and so I introduce to you the first recipe developed by one of my kids at the ripe old age of- 4. I couldn’t be more thrilled about her ideas! Pretty impressive.

As they ate, I asked all three of them if they thought the popsicles were good, delicious or very delicious. We got 3 very delicious votes so there you go. Created and judged by 4 year olds.

I love treats that include nutritious ingredients. It can be a challenge to get 5 to 9 fruits and vegetables in each day especially with picky kids. This is just one more way to get in some fruit. They still get something sweet but you get the bonus of nutrients from bananas, peanut butter and milk. Not to mention it’s a great balance between protein and sugar vs. a high sugar treat. It’s a win-win.

Meri I think my boys would be ALL OVER these. Well, not sure about Daniel. He had his first peanut butter today. I’m not sure why we waited, only because we did with Nick. We have no history of nut allergies and most doctors don’t even recommend waiting.

Ah well, sorry that was a tangent. I made chocolate peanut butter banana smoothies for breakfast.